The Autism Show | Autism Podcast Radio
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The Autism Show is an educational podcast online radio created for autism parents and educators. This is a weekly interview show allowing leading autism advocates, authors, educators, and organizations to share their inspirational stories and best resources with the global autism community. Listen to a new episode every Tuesday for support, resources, facts, entertainment and inspiration for autism parents, educators and practitioners working with children on the Autism Spectrum. Topics include behavior therapy, autism apps and other topics related to autism spectrum disorders.
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99 Writer & Actor on the Spectrum | Ross K. Foad is a scriptwriter/actor/director best known as the leader of sketch comedy group “The Faction of Farce,” as well as being the founder of the long-running popular Sherlock Holmes comedy-drama “No Place Like Holmes.” Aside from act | 26 9 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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98 The Curly Hair Project | Alis Rowe started the Curly Hair Project after writing her autobiography. Diagnosed at the age of 22 with Asperger’s Syndrome, Alis shares her knowledge of what it is like to be a young woman on the spectrum with parents, educators, | 19 9 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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97 Father & Daughter Autism Activism | Robert and Elizabeth Tracy are a father and daughter autism activism team. Elizabeth shares her experience growing up and going to college. Listen to this episode of The Autism Show podcast to find out more about their work and their upcoming book. | 12 9 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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96 Learning to Embrace Autism as a Mom | Zuma Ayriyan went from style blogging to sharing her life with her son on the autism spectrum. Learn more about how she embraced autism in her family and how you can too. Sponsor: CalmingClipper.com: Calming Clipper is a specially designed hair cut kit | 5 9 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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95: From Bullying to Autism Activism | Randa Habelrih is the mother of a child with autism. When her son experienced a bullying incident at school, it almost broke her heart. Instead of calling the school, she attempted to speak directly with his peers, | 29 8 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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94: Sensorimotor Interventions for Autism | Cara Koscinski, OT shares her latest book: Sensorimotor Interventions: Using Movement to Improve Overall Body Function. Fidgeting, decreased attention, and immature motor patterns can affect learning. Once body systems are in sync, | 22 8 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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93: Being an Autism Activist | Joely Colmer is a young lady with a special gift, Asperger’s. She’s also a national and world award-winning autism activist and World Autism Ambassador. As a motivational speaker and an autism understanding trainer, | 15 8 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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92: Back to School Tips for Autism | SF is a woman with Asperger syndrome. She has worked in the field of social support and education since 2007 and is a passionate advocate in the Autism community. SF has been teaching a variety of student populations in Canada and the United States. | 9 8 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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91: Harmony: A Family’s Struggle with Autism | New York Times bestselling author (and autism parent), Carolyn Parkhurst shares her latest novel, Harmony. In ‘Harmony’, desperate parents seek help for their autistic daughter at a cultish camp. Learn about Carolyn’s inspiration for this great s | 1 8 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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90: Autism Sibling Warrior | When Zack Peter found out his younger brother Ethan, was diagnosed with autism, he made it his mission to ensure Ethan will one day live an independent life. Together, he and his family work hard to make sure Ethan has the same opportunities as other k. | 25 7 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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89: Post-Secondary Education for Autism | Josh Baker is an assistant professor of special education at University of Nevada since 2012. Baker’s research focus is on inclusion and accessing the general education curriculum for students with intellectual disability and autism. | 18 7 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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88: Autism, Tech Founder & Artist Platform | Overcoming challenges with social anxiety and autism, Craig Doriot has built numerous tech applications and learned to run a business despite his diagnosis. His next project is the Dodles app, an open marketplace for people to share their creative ab | 11 7 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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87 All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome | Kathy Hoopmann takes a playful look at autism, Asperger’s, and anxiety with her books. Sponsors: Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, lap pad or sensory swing with coupon code: autismshow SUBSCRIBE: | 4 7 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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86: The Autism Barber’s Viral Story | What do you do when your kid needs a haircut? Jim talks about his viral story about going the extra mile to give a boy with autism a haircut. He’s also started the Autism Barbers Assemble so kids with autism have a chance to get their hair cut without | 27 6 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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85: Comedic Storytelling & Autism | Michael Ray Kingsbury shares one of his comedic stories about life with a son on the autism spectrum. Michael takes us a journey and shares how he balances the work-life relationship being a comedian and parent. Sponsors: Harkla. | 20 6 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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84: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions | Lauren Brukner, OT and author, shares practical strategies to help kids transition to recess and lunch breaks at school. She also shares advice on how to get your kids ready for bed. Sponsors: Harkla.co: Get 10% off your weighted blanket, | 13 6 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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83: Autism, Pain and Art | Eve Megargel shares the story of her son, Billy, a non-verbal artist on the autism spectrum. Her memoir delves beyond the current news headlines to reveal what happens when autism and pain collide. Sponsors: Harkla. | 6 6 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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82: Software Testers on the Spectrum | We talk to Rajesh Anandan, co-founder of Ultra Testing. A software testing company that employs people on the spectrum. Learn about employment opportunities for adults on the spectrum on this episode of The Autism Show podcast. SUBSCRIBE: | 30 5 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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81: Lego® Therapy for Autism | The Autism Show Podcast is back for Season 3 in June! Dr. Daniel LeGoff shares his work on Lego®-based therapy to help kids develop social skills naturally while having fun! Disclaimer: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, | 23 5 2017 | Free | View in iTunes |
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Bonus: Tracking Anxiety in Autism with Reveal | Paul Fijal is the Head of Product Development at Awake Labs, working with a team of talented and diverse people to build Reveal and track anxiety in autism. Reveal is empowered care for autism – a device that tracks anxiety before meltdowns happen. | 31 5 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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80: Smart Robot Toy for Autism | Ladislas de Toldi is one of the co-founders of LEKA – the robot toy for autism. They are creating the first smart toy specifically designed for children on the autism spectrum. Listen to the Episode below (00:13:02) LEKA’s Story: The idea for cre | 3 5 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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79: Amazing 21-year old artist and autism advocate | Haley Moss is an artist, author, advocate, and college graduate on the autism spectrum. She is currently a law student at the University of Miami. She has written two books on autism and contributes to The Huffington Post. | 26 4 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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78: Are weighted blankets for you? | Are weighted blankets for you? Weighted blankets with The Pocket OT. Pediatric occupational therapist, Cara Koscinski once practiced occupational therapy, primarily serving an adult population. It wasn’t until she had two special needs kids of her own | 19 4 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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77: All About The Autism Show Podcast – Autism Awareness Month | In this episode of The Autism Show Podcast, our host, Catherine shares her story with us. Hear more about what motivated Catherine to start advocating autism, and what she hopes to achieve with her work for the autism community. | 5 4 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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76: Vocational Training Coffee Shops for Autism | Max Simpson has been working with young people with special needs for the past 10 years and was most recently the deputy head of an international special education school. Max grew up with a brother with Autism who has fallen through the cracks. Now, | 29 3 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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75: ProAutism Microbusiness with Tuck’s Tooques | Tuck’s Tooques is an Autistic-owned microenterprise offering handwoven, fleece-lined, winter hats, gloves, mittens, footies and socks. It’s a ProAutism microbusiness designed to develop a sustainable young man (Tuck) in operating a profitable busine | 22 3 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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74: Autism Mom Memoir | This week’s show is all about an autism mom memoir. LeeAndra is the author of memoir Make A Wish For Me: A Family’s Recovery From Autism. LeeAndra attributes early intervention, tireless advocacy and letting go of “normal” as key factors in her | 15 3 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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73: The Autistic Author and Animator: Autism through a Mother’s Eyes | Janet Walmsley’s daughter Jenny, diagnosed with Autism, faced many challenges on the way to reaching her dream of becoming a professional animator and published author. This heartfelt story relays the importance of perseverance, | 8 3 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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72: Prodigies, Savants, and Autism with Kimberly Stephens | We’re talking about prodigies and savants with autism on this show. KIMBERLY STEPHENS is a freelance journalist. She has coauthored academic papers on child prodigies and is a member of the D.C. Science Writers Association. | 1 3 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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71: Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum with Jeanette Purkis | Jeanette Purkis is the Autistic author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography, and ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens.’ Jeanette works full-time in Government admin | 23 2 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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70: Autism in Love Documentary | Carolina Groppa is the producer of Autism in Love. A feature length documentary about how adults with autism find and manage romantic relationships. Listen to the Episode below (00:14:38) Carolina’s Story: Prior to this film, | 16 2 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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69: Forming a Disability Ministry with Shelli Allen | Shelli Allen is the mother of two children with autism. She’s the author of Steps, Forming a Disability Ministry and a contributing author in Stars In Her Eye, Navigating the Maze of childhood autism. Shelli recently founded a Nonprofit called Steps C | 9 2 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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68: Autistic Piano Prodigy Jacob Velazquez | Jacob Velazquez is an 8 year old gifted pianist with autism. He has performed on Good Morning America, The View, CNN & more. He was recently invited by Taylor Swift to meet her on tour after playing a medley for her and posting on Youtube. | 2 2 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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67: AspienWoman – The Female Autistic Profile with Tania Marshall | Tania Marshall is a best selling author and has worked in the field of child development, child and family psychology for 20 years. Tania had worked in a variety of roles, including private practice, the private special-needs school environment, | 26 1 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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66: Teaching Self-Control with Lauren Brukner | Lauren Brukner is a Senior Occupational Therapist who lives in New York City with her husband and three children, two of whom have emotional and sensory integration difficulties. She holds a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy from New York Un | 19 1 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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65: Independence for Autistic Adults with Amalia Starr | Amalia is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Transition and Independent Living Coach, founder of Autism Independence Project, and mother to an independent autistic adult son. With Amalia’s forty years of firsthand experience, | 12 1 2016 | Free | View in iTunes |
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64: Shannon Penrod shares Autism Live | When Shannon Penrod’s son was diagnosed with Autism at 2 ½, getting him help became her top priority. 10 years later he is a successful junior high student, and Shannon helps other families get resources they need as the host of Autism Live and thr | 8 12 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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63: Dad Starts Online Autism Coaching Community | Erik lives in the UK with his wife Sally and his 2 sons Tim who is 13 and Sammy who is 3 years old. In 2005, when Tim was diagnosed with autism, Sally and Erik started an incredible journey to help Tim reach his highest potential. Now, | 1 12 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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62: Special Needs Education for Expats | Harshi Sehmar is director of The Village Education Centre in Bangkok. His background is in Special Needs in secondary schools (high school). He has taught Special Needs students in large Comprehensive Schools in the UK and in International schools over. | 27 11 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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61: Bluelaces Theater for Autism | Bluelaces is a non-profit theater company in New York City that creates interactive, multi-sensory theater for audiences on the Autism Spectrum and with other developmental differences. Alison Mahoney, Co-Artistic Director and director of their inaugu | 17 11 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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60: Autism Decoded with Stella Waterhouse | Stella Waterhouse worked with people with ASD – as a teacher, caregiver and Deputy Principal of a residential community,since the 1970s. She has a series of books for parents plus a new upcoming series – Autism Decoded. | 10 11 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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59: Bluebee TeeVee – The Autism Information Station | Bluebee TeeVee Autism Information Station, the innovative and free webisode series to teach children about autism! It’s autism education in a pop culture style and delivered by an autistic host, James Sullivan. | 3 11 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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58: After your child’s Autism diagnosis with Shana Beach of Quintessential Autism | Shana is the mother of a seven year old son with autism. She is also the co-founder of Quintessential Autism Consulting, a business committed to working with and mentoring families throughout the diagnosis process. Since its launch earlier this year, | 27 10 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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57: Kickstarter T-Shirts with Robert Thornton of Paper Clouds Apparel | Robert Thornton is the Founder of Paper Clouds Apparel. They have provided the shirts for the Autism Activities Handbook Kickstarter Campaign. Only a few days left to get your Paper Clouds Apparel T-shirt too! | 20 10 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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56: Kickstarter Launch & Interview with Andrea Bull author of Animal Appetites | Andrea Bull is the author of the Animal Appetites ABC book for kids and an advocate for her autistic brother, Robert. Robert provided the illustrations for Animal Appetites and is currently working on the illustrations for the Autism Activities Handboo. | 13 10 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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55: Understanding Neurodiversity with Hackie Reitman author of Aspertools | Harold “Hackie” Reitman is an orthopedic surgeon, former professional heavyweight boxer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, filmmaker, neurodiversity advocate and author of the book Aspertools: The Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger | 6 10 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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54: Ten Commandments of Interacting with Kids on the Autism Spectrum with Mari Nosal | Mari Nosal received her B.A. in psychology and her Masters degree in Educational Foundations. She has over 30 years’ experience within the human services and educational fields. She has worked with parents, educators and children with special needs. | 29 9 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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53: A Father’s Perspective & Autism Employment with Derek Volk | Derek Volk is a businessman, supporter of Autism awareness, philanthropist, and author of the book: Chasing the Rabbit – A Dad’s Life Raising His Son on the Spectrum. Derek actively participates on the Maine Business Leadership Network (BLN), | 22 9 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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52: A Different Way of Seeing Autism with Dr. Barry Prizant | Barry Prizant is one of the world’s leading authorities on autism, with more than 40 years experience as a scholar, researcher, and international consultant for individuals with autism and their families. He’s an adjunct professor at Brown Universit | 15 9 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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51: Play Therapy & Relationship Approach for Autism with Dr. Robert Jason Grant of Autplay | We’re talking to Dr. Robert Jason Grant creator of AutPlay® Therapy – a play therapy based approach to working with children. It combines the therapeutic powers of play therapy, behavioral therapy, and relationship development in a collaborative mo | 8 9 2015 | Free | View in iTunes |
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